1
as in dissolution
the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces
the separation of Norway and Sweden into two independent nations in 1905
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2
as in distinction
the state of being kept distinct
the separation of church and state is an important concept in the United States
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as in divergence
a movement in different directions away from a common point
a sudden separation of the herd of deer when they were startled
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as in gap
an open space in a barrier (as a wall or hedge)
the narrow separation between posts in the fence
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as in departure
the act or process of two or more persons going off in different directions
friends who dreaded the inevitable separation after graduation
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Recent Examples of separation
Pairing two units creates easy stereo separation for casual gatherings.
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PC Magazine, 4 Nov. 2025
Those impacted will receive a full salary and benefits for the rest of year, along with separation packages that include career counseling.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2025
The outcome could redefine how far a president can stretch a congressional delegation of authority before the separation of powers gives way to executive rule.
—James Sample, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2025
Meri and Janelle later announced their separation from Kody within 14 months of Christine’s departure.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2025
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PC Magazine, 4 Nov. 2025
Those impacted will receive a full salary and benefits for the rest of year, along with separation packages that include career counseling.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2025
The outcome could redefine how far a president can stretch a congressional delegation of authority before the separation of powers gives way to executive rule.
—James Sample, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2025
Meri and Janelle later announced their separation from Kody within 14 months of Christine’s departure.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for separation
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Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, a member of the leading council, went on to aid President Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's dissolution of the council, but later came to oppose the move as the rift between two men deepened.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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Recovery already underway While the impacts of Melissa are still occurring, recovery is expected to be a greater challenge than usual this year with the dissolution of US AID.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
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Instead, Gorsuch has drawn a distinction between the right to marry and the right to decline expressive participation in a ceremony.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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Gill will accept the distinction during Country Music’s Biggest Night, which will stream the following day on Hulu, after a special tribute performance.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
10 Nov. 2025
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Ottawa is also reportedly considering removing its 100% tariff on Chinese EVs, which would mark a major policy shift and a divergence from Washington.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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Importantly, there has been no meaningful negative momentum divergence, supporting the view that this remains a pause — rather than a trend reversal.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
29 Oct. 2025
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Despite being one of three teams to make the playoffs from the NL Central division, the gap between the Cubs and Brewers is sizable.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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The widening gap followed a private equity spending spree in 2021, as firms rushed to deploy unspent funds, with activity also boosted by ultra-low interest rates.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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Travelers who are planning to fly over the next week are encouraged to check the flight status before leaving home, arrive early for longer than usual security lines, and consider backup options before the departure day.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Nov. 2025
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Her departure adds to a growing list of Democrats, including former House speaker Nancy Pelosi who plan to retire after this term.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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Here, an antique room divider adds depth to a formal living room.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
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One side includes a zippered divider with two pouches (including a waterproof one), while the other has compression straps and a removable lining.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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Democrats’ latest fault lines do not track perfectly along the familiar split between progressives and centrists.—
Fortune,
Fortune,
11 Nov. 2025
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Alba previously confirmed her split from Warren in an Instagram post in January.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, Georgia’s Board of Education barred textbooks from describing discrimination against Black people.—
Equal Justice Initiative,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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But even after coming north, her grandparents encountered racial discrimination and struggled to find jobs.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Separation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/separation. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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